BJP office bearers in Navi Mumbai have submitted their resignations, citing their refusal to work with the newly nominated candidate, Naresh Mhaske, from the Thane Lok Sabha Constituency. This decision comes after Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced Mhaske's candidature, sidelining other potential contenders, including Sanjeev Naik, who was considered a strong candidate from the BJP camp.

The move has raised eyebrows as BJP holds sway over four out of six assemblies in the Thane Lok Sabha Constituency, indicating a significant rift within the party. Despite BJP's strong presence, the nomination of Mhaske has triggered discontent among party members, with some openly expressing their support for Sanjeev Naik on social media platforms.

The decision to resign has sparked speculation regarding the true motives behind the move. While some view it as a genuine expression of dissent against the party's decision, others suspect it to be a strategic move aimed at influencing the upcoming Vidhan Sabha election in Navi Mumbai.